Italian Breadcrumb-Crusted Tilapia W/Lemon Recipe

Name: Italian Breadcrumb-Crusted Tilapia W/Lemon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole lemon; 5 -6 tilapia fillets; 2 cups Italian breadcrumbs; 2 cups flour; 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese; 2 eggs, mixed well; ¼ cup milk; 3 tablespoons garlic powder; 3 tablespoons onion powder; 3 tablespoons black pepper; 1 cup vegetable oil

Servings: persons

1
Separate Italian breadcrumbs, egg/milk, and flour into 3 separate mixing bowls.
2
Combine garlic, onion, pepper, Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs.
3
Also, add pinches of each spice to the flour.
4
Heat stove top at medium, and add veggie oil and 3 slices of lemon.
5
Place each fillet first in flour mixture, coat well.
6
Followed by the egg mixture, and finally the breadcrumb mixture.
7
Make sure to coat well.
8
Add up to two fillets into the oiled frying pan and cook till light brown on either side.
9
Make sure to drain the lemons of juice into the pan.
10
Drain on paper towels over plates before serving.

1088

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole lemon, 5 -6 tilapia fillets, 2 cups Italian breadcrumbs, 2 cups flour, and more.

Yes, Italian Breadcrumb-Crusted Tilapia W/Lemon falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Italian Breadcrumb-Crusted Tilapia W/Lemon

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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